Our client is a leading Australian Government organisation operating at the forefront of national security, cyber capability, and advanced technology. They play a critical role in protecting Australia from global threats and supporting national interests through innovative digital solutions.
Working within a highly secure and mission‑driven environment, this organisation brings together some of the country’s most skilled technical professionals to deliver complex, high‑impact systems that truly matter.
About the Role
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join a highly skilled technical team based in Canberra. In this role, you will take technical ownership across the full software development lifecycle, contributing to the design, development, integration and deployment of complex systems.
You will provide technical leadership, produce high‑quality and secure code, and work closely with other specialists to deliver robust, scalable solutions within a Linux/UNIX environment. The role offers exposure to modern technologies, large‑scale systems, and challenging problem spaces in a secure setting.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and contributing to software development activities across multiple projects
- Designing and building complex software applications and system components
- Ensuring high standards of software quality, security, and performance
- Providing specialist technical advice and mentoring to team members
- Supporting system integration, automation, and continuous integration practices
- Working collaboratively with stakeholders to balance functional and non‑functional requirements
To be successful in this role, you will be an accomplished software engineer who enjoys working in complex, high‑assurance environments and taking ownership of technical outcomes.
You will bring:
- Strong experience in Java software development
- Proficiency in Python scripting and experience with C++
- Experience developing and deploying software in Linux/UNIX environments
- Solid background in software and systems design within large or complex environments
- Experience with data manipulation, conversion, and SQL
- Exposure to tools and platforms such as Cloudera, Apache Airflow, Splunk, OpenSearch/Elastic, Azure, and Atlassian products
- Experience in cloud and system administration (Linux/Windows)
- An understanding of cyber security principles and secure software development practices
- Strong communication skills and the ability to provide specialist technical advice
Candidates must also be willing to undergo an Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) prior to engagement.
Why partner with Whizdom?
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
- We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet!
- We are Level 3, DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative, proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. We’ve been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations.
- We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.
Location: The role is based in Canberra ACT.
Contract terms: 18 months from commencement date, plus 2x 12 month extensions
Experience Level: Senior – EL1 Equivalent
Security Requirements: Current Top-Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) security clearance is strongly preferred, however candidates who have held a TSPV in the previous 12-month period (which has since been downgraded) may be considered. An OSA(Organisational Suitability Assessment) will be required for this position.
How to Apply: Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will need to complete selection criteria to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates.
Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks.
Applications open until 8am 31 March 2026.
Reach Damien on 0480 002 503 or damienm@whizdom.com.au for any further information.
